Archive for June, 2011

For Universal Orlando Resort, it’s not too early to get ready for Halloween. In acknowledgment of its 21st year, the theme for Halloween Horror Nights is “21.” The web site features an image of a severed hand playing Blackjack.

Now it’s Comcast that wants to Blackstone’s 50 percent stake in Universal Orlando. Back in March Blackstone offered up its share to NBC Universal, which owns the other half of the park. However, Comcast now owns NBC Universal and the deal would make the theme park owned a single corporation.

Florida’s heat may be at its peak, but SeaWorld is taking advantage of the cooler summer nights to launch its all-new summertime adventures. The park will be open until 10 p.m. from June 18 to Aug. 14, and admission for adults will be reduced — adults will pay the kid’s price and get a second [...]

Legoland is seeking 800 employees to fill various positions in time for its Oct. 15 opening. A total of 1,000 “responsible, kid-friendly” people are expected to staff Florida’s newest theme park in positions such as ride operators and line cooks. “Customer service and a kid-focused approach are two key attributes we’re looking for in a [...]